Boys Fort, a popular pop-up store among last year's line-up, returns this year with a temporary store on Southwest 11th Avenue at the Governor Hotel. The store offers custom-made furniture, lighting and men's accessories.Randy L. Rasmussen/The Oregonian

From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. each Thursday in December, downtown Portland retailers and restaurants will offer special events and discounts. Enjoy free music as well as the glow of holiday lights on more than 700 trees along 63 downtown blocks.

Rather hit the stores on the weekend? SmartPark will offer free all-day parking when you pull in between noon and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2 and Dec. 9. Participating garages are at Southest Third Avenue and Alder Street, Fourth Avenue and Yamhill Street, and Tenth Avenue and Yamhill.

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For shoppers into social media, local retailers will be hosting a "Downtown PDX Wishlist" on Pinterest. Repin and be entered to win prizes in the contest that runs through Nov. 28. pinterest.com/downtownpdx/

The four-year-old pop-up program allow entrepreneurs a shot at a brick-and-mortar business in otherwise empty retail space, while also allowing property owners to showcase their spaces for interested permanent tenants.

Wolf's Apothecary, 902 SW Morrison: A collection of local health and beauty products with a collection of turn-of-the century and modern home goods.

Enchanted Alpaca, 902 SW Morrison: Elegant, warm and breathable clothing made of alpaca and natural fibers for men, women, children and babies.